Abstract
A growing body of evidence from evolutionary anthropology and social psychology suggests that group cohesion can be scaled up beyond the level of nations and even regional blocs and transnational religions to encompass humanity at large. This article brings together insights from globally renowned political leaders, activists, and academics by arguing that this scaling up is not only possible but necessary to address the most pressing collective action problems facing our planet today. Drawing on evidence from experiments, longitudinal studies, and multi-country surveys, along with extensive practical experience—from serving as a head of state to playing leading roles in climate diplomacy and peace processes—we seek to lay the foundations for a radically new roadmap for change in the management of global challenges.
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Harvey Whitehouse; John, Lord Alderdice; Carlos Alvarado Quesada; Peter Gluckman; Hakima El Haité; and Lukas Reinhardt
(2025)
"Solving Global Problems Requires Global Cohesion,"
New England Journal of Public Policy: Vol. 37:
Iss.
1, Article 9.
Available at:
https://scholarworks.umb.edu/nejpp/vol37/iss1/9
